New World Succotash

To keep current, we're using edamame — young, green soybeans that taste like a sweeter, livelier version of limas. But we're celebrating succotash's heritage, too, with fresh carrots and corn.

Total Time: 0:25

Prep: 0:10

Cook: 0:15

Level:
Moderate

Yield:
12 side-dish servings

Serves:
12

Ingredients

2 slice thick-cut bacon

4 medium carrots

3 c. fresh corn kernels

1 bag edamame

1 lemon

¼ c. snipped fresh chives

.13 tsp. cayenne (ground red pepper)

salt

Directions

In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon on medium 8 minutes or until browned and crisp, turning occasionally. While bacon cooks, peel and cut carrots into quarters lengthwise, then cut crosswise at an angle into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Drain bacon on paper towels. Remove and discard all but 1 tablespoon fat from skillet.